The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the UK's legal sector regulator, has issued a stern warning to solicitors and law firms regarding the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). The SRA highlighted two primary areas of concern that could lead to breaches of regulatory and legal obligations, according to Infosecurity magazine
The SRA's warning notice, published on August 17, addresses the risks of AI "hallucinations" and data leaks. Concerns have been raised about AI generating incorrect information for court submissions and the inadvertent disclosure of confidential client data into public AI tools.
These issues can result in poor client outcomes, delays in legal proceedings, and damage to public trust. The regulator emphasized that solicitors remain accountable for AI-generated output and must ensure appropriate human oversight and professional judgment. Firms are urged to implement robust governance structures to manage AI risks.
Submitting false case law citations generated by AI could lead to contempt of court charges. Furthermore, inputting client information into public AI systems, whether free or paid, is likely to breach confidentiality unless adequate safeguards are in place, stressing that client data must always remain secure.
Kelley Damore is Chief Content Officer at CyberRisk Alliance, where she leads content strategy across the company’s digital brands, research, communities and live events serving CISOs and security practitioners. At CyberRisk Alliance, she is focused on delivering 365-day engagement, trusted journalism and actionable insights to help security leaders navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Kelley Damore is Chief Content Officer at CyberRisk Alliance, where she leads content strategy across the company’s digital brands, research, communities and live events serving CISOs and security practitioners. At CyberRisk Alliance, she is focused on delivering 365-day engagement, trusted journalism and actionable insights to help security leaders navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape.
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